Small snacks in between meals lift the mood and provide energy. It's not just children who like to have a little snack between big meals every now and then. My daughter loves preparing pretty little delicacies and eating them with pleasure while doing her homework. Here I have put together a few ideas that taste really good and are quick and easy to prepare:
Recipes for small, vitamin-rich snacks for in between meals
Chia pudding with berries
Ingredients for 1 person:
- 30 g chia seeds
- 250 ml almond milk – (coconut drink, soy milk, etc.)
- 60 g berries (e.g. raspberries, blueberries, etc.)
- Save 10 berries for the topping
- 1 tsp maple syrup (or similar for sweetening)
Instructions:
Place the berries in a small pot and crush them slightly with a fork. Heat over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stir in the chia seeds and almond milk; this works very well with a whisk, but also quite easily with a wooden spoon. Stir the whole thing until it has a pudding-like consistency.
Let this mixture soak in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or, even better, overnight.
The next day, add the nice berries as a topping and enjoy.
Extra tip:This pudding can of course be wonderfully modified: with nuts, dried fruits, or other fresh fruit.
Are chia seeds healthy?
Chia seeds are listed as a superfood; they are rich in fiber, vitamins, protein, magnesium, zinc, iron, calcium, and omega-3 fatty acids, and are said to promote digestion and regulate blood sugar. Chia seeds also possess valuable antioxidants that have a cell-protective function, minimize personal cancer risk, and slow down the aging process.
Are raspberries healthy?
Raspberries contain a lot of vitamin C, as well as B-group vitamins. Furthermore, they contain potassium, calcium, magnesium, manganese, and iron. Raspberries also possess valuable antioxidants and protect against various heart diseases, diabetes, and protect our body cells.
Are blueberries healthy?
Blueberries contain many minerals, such as calcium, iron, and potassium, and due to their high fiber content, they have a digestive effect. Furthermore, these fruits also contain valuable antioxidants that can slow down the premature aging process. In addition, they are said to be able to prevent cancer and arteriosclerosis.
Is almond milk healthy?
Almond milk has risen to become a trendy drink. Vegans and vegetarians swear by plant-based drinks, and almond milk not only tastes good, it also has several plus points. Almond milk scores with B vitamins, can strengthen bones, and helps with digestive problems such as irritable bowel syndrome, because almond milk is very digestible. Furthermore, it contains no gluten, lactose, or soy protein and has very few calories; almost no carbohydrates are found in unsweetened almond milk. However, people with nut allergies must avoid this drink.
Dates with peanut butter
Ingredients for 1 person:
- 8 dates
- 2-3 tbsp peanut butter
- possibly dark chocolate pieces
Instructions:
Pit the dates and put a dollop of peanut butter into the hole.
Extra tip:If you like, you can add a small piece of dark chocolate.
Is peanut butter healthy?
Peanut butter has few carbohydrates, lots of protein, many healthy fats, and fiber. It contains natural magnesium and arginine. It supports performance and replenishes glycogen stores after a workout.
Are dates healthy?
Dates provide energy and are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants: they contain iron, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, folic acid, potassium, and vitamins A, E, and C. Antioxidants contained in dates prevent diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
Is dark chocolate really healthy?
Dark chocolate has a high cocoa content, which has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system. Cocoa beans possess valuable antioxidants that have a cell-protective function.
Rice cake peanut butter fruit sandwich
Ingredients for 1 person:
- 2 rice cakes
- 2-3 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 small banana
- 5-6 raspberries
Instructions:
Spread the peanut butter on one half of the rice cake. Cut the banana into thin slices. Now place the raspberries on the rice cake and crush them with a fork so that it looks like a puree. Then place the banana pieces on top and finish the sandwich with the 2nd rice cake. The fruity snack is ready.
Is peanut butter healthy?
Peanut butter has few carbohydrates, lots of protein, many healthy fats, and fiber. It contains natural magnesium and arginine. It supports performance and replenishes glycogen stores after a workout.
Is banana healthy?
Bananas contain pectin, which regulates blood sugar levels and is good for the stomach. They are rich in vitamins and minerals, containing potassium, calcium, magnesium, folic acid, iron, copper, and vitamins A, E, and C.
Are raspberries healthy?
Raspberries contain a lot of vitamin C, as well as B-group vitamins. Furthermore, they contain potassium, calcium, magnesium, manganese, and iron. Raspberries also possess valuable antioxidants and protect against various heart diseases, diabetes, and protect our body cells.
Are rice cakes healthy?
Rice cakes have fallen into disrepute because a test showed they contain too much arsenic, even though they would be perfect snacks as they contain hardly any calories, fat, or sugar. They are gluten-free and usually consist only of rice and a little salt. A test by Ökotest Berlin resulted in many of the rice cakes tested receiving a grade of poor or even unsatisfactory because they contain too much arsenic and other pollutants. Here you really have to look very closely at which brand you buy.
Avocado salad
Ingredients for 1 person:
- 1 avocado
- 4-5 cherry tomatoes
- 1-2 tbsp juice from a lemon
- 125 g mozzarella
- 1 tbsp green pesto (Genovese, or arugula, etc.)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
Cut the cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, peel the avocado, remove the pit, and also cut the avocado into bite-sized pieces. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice from one half. Cut the mozzarella into small, bite-sized pieces.
Now mix the avocado pieces, tomatoes, lemon juice, and the dollop of pesto well in a bowl. And the little snack for in between is ready!
Is avocado healthy?
Avocados are valuable foods; they provide us with folic acid, vitamins C, K, D, B6, and E, as well as potassium and calcium, and are rich in unsaturated fatty acids and fiber. This fruit also has valuable antioxidants that make us age more slowly. The list of benefits of consuming avocados is long and I will try to keep it short: benefits during pregnancy, as the child is supplied with valuable folic acid; contains good fats that are good for the heart; it improves nutrient absorption (thus the combination of vegetables and avocados is ideal!); promotes digestion; lowers cholesterol and triglyceride levels; supports weight loss; could protect against cancer; and is good for the eyes.
Are tomatoes healthy?
Tomatoes also pack a punch and should be on the menu regularly. They are rich in vitamin C, potassium, fiber, folic acid, secondary plant compounds, cell-protecting lycopene, and have hardly any calories. Research has shown many positive properties of consuming tomatoes for our health. Tomatoes have a positive effect on cholesterol levels and can prevent heart disease and cancer.
Is mozzarella healthy?
Mozzarella provides plenty of phosphorus and calcium and is therefore ideal for strong teeth and bones. Furthermore, it provides many proteins and, unlike other types of cheese, contains little fat. Vitamins are also found in mozzarella, namely B-group vitamins, vitamin A, and E.
Is green pesto healthy?
A green pesto consists of many good ingredients, such as basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and garlic. Each of these ingredients has its positive properties for our health; for example, basil helps with digestive problems, protects against various types of cancer, and is even said to lower blood pressure. Olive oil provides numerous secondary plant compounds that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects; furthermore, it contains important vitamin E, from which not only the heart and vessels benefit, but the whole body. Pine nuts contain no cholesterol, have a high iron content, and the unsaturated fatty acids strengthen the heart and circulation. Garlic has a slightly blood-thinning and blood-pressure-lowering effect, protects against thrombosis, cardiovascular diseases, and stroke. Furthermore, garlic fights viruses, bacteria, and fungi and is referred to as a natural antibiotic.
Avocado tomato sticks
Ingredients for 1 person:
- 1 tomato
- 1 avocado
- 1-2 tbsp green pesto
- Sticks, toothpicks
Instructions:
Wash the tomato and cut it into bite-sized pieces, halve the avocado, remove the pit, and also cut it into small pieces. Now, on the sticks, first put a piece of tomato, then an avocado, on this a small dollop of pesto, and then push them together. Set everything up on a plate and enjoy.
Is avocado healthy?
Avocados are valuable foods; they provide us with folic acid, vitamins C, K, D, B6, and E, as well as potassium and calcium, and are rich in unsaturated fatty acids and fiber. This fruit also has valuable antioxidants that make us age more slowly. The list of benefits of consuming avocados is long and I will try to keep it short: benefits during pregnancy, as the child is supplied with valuable folic acid; contains good fats that are good for the heart; it improves nutrient absorption (thus the combination of vegetables and avocados is ideal!); promotes digestion; lowers cholesterol and triglyceride levels; supports weight loss; could protect against cancer; and is good for the eyes.
Are tomatoes healthy?
Tomatoes also pack a punch and should be on the menu regularly. They are rich in vitamin C, potassium, fiber, folic acid, secondary plant compounds, cell-protecting lycopene, and have hardly any calories. Research has shown many positive properties of consuming tomatoes for our health. Tomatoes have a positive effect on cholesterol levels and can prevent heart disease and cancer.
Is green pesto healthy?
A green pesto consists of many good ingredients, such as basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and garlic. Each of these ingredients has its positive properties for our health; for example, basil helps with digestive problems, protects against various types of cancer, and is even said to lower blood pressure. Olive oil provides numerous secondary plant compounds that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects; furthermore, it contains important vitamin E, from which not only the heart and vessels benefit, but the whole body. Pine nuts contain no cholesterol, have a high iron content, and the unsaturated fatty acids strengthen the heart and circulation. Garlic has a slightly blood-thinning and blood-pressure-lowering effect, protects against thrombosis, cardiovascular diseases, and stroke. Furthermore, garlic fights viruses, bacteria, and fungi and is referred to as a natural antibiotic.
Banana oatmeal with peanut butter
Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp fine oatmeal
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 200 ml water
- half a banana
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
Instructions:
Mix the oatmeal and cinnamon with the water in a bowl and let it soak. You can also do this overnight. Then cut the banana into fine slices and mix them in. If you like, you can also crush them slightly with a fork. Mix everything well and finally add the dollop of peanut butter.
Are oats healthy?
Oats are considered a so-called superfood; they contain plenty of fiber, protein, vitamins such as K, B1, and B6, and important minerals such as copper, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, potassium, and zinc. They are soothing for the gut and skin.
Is peanut butter healthy?
Peanut butter has few carbohydrates, lots of protein, many healthy fats, and fiber. It contains natural magnesium and arginine. It supports performance and replenishes glycogen stores after a workout.
Is banana healthy?
Bananas contain pectin, which regulates blood sugar levels and is good for the stomach. They are rich in vitamins and minerals, containing potassium, calcium, magnesium, folic acid, iron, copper, and vitamins A, E, and C.
Is cinnamon healthy?
Cinnamon contains potassium, iron, zinc, calcium, manganese, and various B vitamins. The fiber helps to get the digestive tract going. Furthermore, cinnamon contains antioxidants that can prevent cell damage, is good for the heart, can help with weight loss, has an antibacterial effect, and lowers blood sugar.
Caution: do not consume too much of it! Cinnamon can cause liver problems in high doses. Especially for small children, give only a little if at all, and pregnant women should keep their hands off it entirely..
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